Holiday homes & rentals in Christ Church

Barbados is the quintessential paradise island with year-round warm temperatures, turquoise seas and palm-fringed golden beaches. Visitors can choose between beach huts just a stone's throw from the water's edge, modern apartments close to local amenities or larger luxury villas, some of which have their own private swimming pool.

Laid-back Dining in Barbados

Caribbean cuisine is all about fresh food, prepared simply and eaten in relaxed surroundings. A Barbados institution is Oistin's Friday Night Fish Fry, where you can sample freshly cooked crispy fish, browse the stalls selling souvenirs or join in with dancing to the local reggae bands. Despite the name, the event runs on Thursday and Saturday nights, too.

If you're looking for a fine dining experience then try Champers, which serves a fusion of European and Caribbean cuisine. Try to get a table on the terrace, overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The menu changes regularly, but the seafood is always recommended.

Nature Under the Sea and Above Ground for the Kids in Barbados

If you can tear the kids away from the beaches in Barbados, then the other main attraction is the wildlife. Barbados Nature Reserve covers four acres of rainforest, and is home to free roaming animals including green monkeys, iguanas, crocodiles and exotic birds. If your kids are interested in wildlife of the feathered sort, check out Woodbourne Shorebird Refuge, a sanctuary on an abandoned swamp which is a favourite stop-off point for migrating birds.

A unique trip for all the family takes you under the waves to see what's happening on the sea floor. The Atlantis submarine keeps you completely dry, as you cruise out to the coral reef to spot shipwrecks, exotic fish and sealife. Older kids might prefer doing things at their own pace by learning to dive or snorkel, so book them in to one of the many dive schools located on beaches around Christ Church to learn the basics.

Barbados – Not Just all About the Beaches?

The main reason for booking accomodation in Barbados is to enjoy the sunshine, the laid-back lifestyle and the stunning beaches. One of the best beaches is Dover Beach, where there is safe swimming free of currents and spotlessly clean sands. It's also a great place for snorkelling, with colourful tropical fish just off the shore. Silver Sands is best for water sports, and sunsets at Miami Beach are simply spectacular.

Barbados doesn't have to be all about the beaches though, and there's plenty of history and culture on the island too. Andromeda Botanic Gardens is on the east of the island. The best way to see the tropical plants is on a self-guided tour - you can pick up a helpful map from the visitors centre on arrival. Keep your eyes peeled for the local wildlife too, including hummingbirds and herons.

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